Definition of standardised testing protocols for fuel cell modules in heavy-duty applications
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This paper presents the definition of standardized testing protocols for Fuel Cell Modules (FCM) in heavy-duty applications, carried out within the framework of the European Standard-Sized Heavy-duty Hydrogen (StasHH) project. The presented testing protocols aim to enhance and streamline module performance validation and inter-laboratory comparability and were designed to benchmark application-relevant performance metrics, while accounting for diverse test environments. A set of six test protocols were developed and validated on seven StasHH fuel cell modules from six manufacturers at three different test locations. The general performance of tested FCMs is compared with key dynamic and efficiency requirements for high-power applications. Test results highlight the importance of data post-processing and reporting for consistent results. The paper also discusses the insights gained from the test campaigns, providing recommendations for further protocol improvements and outlining future efforts that can support further standardization of fuel cell modules in heavy-duty sectors.
TNO Identifier
1023416
Source
Journal of Power Sources(666), pp. 1-12.
Pages
1-12
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